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Building your skills

Looking to develop your management expertise further?

This section offers a curated selection of resources designed to boost your management capabilities.

You'll find links to courses, where you can register for in-depth sessions, as well as other practical resources.

If you’re short on time, use the Just one thing highlights for a quick overview, and then go to the Deeper dive links for more detailed information and resources.

Team building is a powerful investment in your team's success and our mission.
Candid conversations are essential for building trust, fostering transparency and driving performance within your team.
Your role will involve implementing and managing change, so it’s really important you understand the key principles of effective change management to support your team through change.
Coaching and mentoring are invaluable for cultivating talent and leadership.
Good communication skills are the bedrock of effective management, enabling clarity, collaboration and trust.
Conflict is an inevitable part of any dynamic workplace, but it doesn't have to be destructive.
Effective delegation is crucial; it empowers your team, develops their skills and frees you for strategic priorities.
Having solid digital skills is key to efficiently handle today's tech-driven tasks and systems.
Giving and receiving feedback are fundamental skills, acting as vital catalysts for growth and strong team dynamics.
Truly engaging with the University's strategy and values is vital because you're the direct link between our big picture and your team's day-to-day work.
Excellent presentation skills enable you to effectively communicate vision, ideas and information.
Strong problem-solving skills are absolutely essential, as challenges inevitably arise in any dynamic environment.
Excellent project management skills are absolutely essential, ensuring that initiatives are delivered efficiently and effectively.
Resilience enables you to navigate the complexities and pressures inherent in leadership roles.
Excellent time management directly impacts productivity and the ability to meet strategic goals.
By being aware of your strengths, developmental areas and preferred working styles, you can lead with authenticity, make more informed decisions and build stronger, more effective relationships with your team.

Key responsibilities

From accessibility to PDRs, and performance management to EDI, use this checklist to make sure that you are fulfilling all your core responsibilities as a line manager.

Key responsibilities